Plan outlines path to carbon neutrality by 2050, interim steps to take by 2030 including more clean energy, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, land & water conservation 

Local cities and communities across Michigan are leading the way on bold, equitable climate action. While we need comprehensive federal and national action, local action is an important part of addressing the climate crisis.

In Michigan, at least 17 communities have already set ambitious climate policies. Read all about this in our new report and see powerful examples of bold local policies in place.

Most of the local climate policies you see in place on this list are the result of community advocates demanding action, and leadership from motivated elected officials and city staff.

Take action in your community today! Below is a list of people and groups leading the ongoing work to pass and implement ambitious climate policies around the state. Reach out about ways to get involved in your hometown, or if your group is not listed, let us know at [email protected]. 

No group listed for your community? Use these toolkits to start your own: Sierra Club’s Ready for 100 Activist Toolkit and The Climate Mobilization 2030 Toolkit. 

Ongoing Community Climate Action

Local climate action shows urgent need for strong, just state climate policy

There have been many recent updates in the fight to shut down Line 5, and a historic moment in the case was reached.

“Allowing this oil tunnel will exacerbate climate change, and would work against international climate goals and the climate goals of our own state”

And that means no pipeline, no tunnel. Written by Julia Cole, guest writer at the Lansing State Journal.

A good start that needs improvements. Groups urge people to make public comment.

Michigan should power grid with renewables, reduce energy use, boost electrification in state climate plan. Over 400 individuals, groups send letter to Council on Climate Solutions, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy outlining recommendations for MI Healthy Climate Plan.

A statement by Kate Madigan, Executive Director at the Michigan Climate Action Network, on the recent shift in the battle to shut down Line 5.

40 organizations send letter calling for bold climate justice investments

The effects of climate change are being seen worldwide and right here in Michigan. This video summarizes these impacts - from flooding, intense storms, power outages, to impacts to agriculture, harm to the Great Lakes, and more.

State Representative Rachel Hood introduced legislation to expand the development of community solar. She shares the details and help us understand what it means for people of the Mitten.

The ELPC’s lead attorney on the Line 5 tunnel permit case, Margrethe Kearney, explores the expert takeaways on the climate implications of the Line 5 pipeline tunnel and discusses what's next.

With the strength of Detroit's Eco Works legacy and a generation of BIPOC leaders at the ready, Bryan Lewis is ready to leverage this moment. 

We at MICAN believe that our changing climate demands just and equitable action on personal, community, systemic, and global levels. We're glad that you're with us in this important work - the climate movement will be won thanks to individuals like yourself! 

 Opportunities to Get Involved

Stay tuned!

We're currently revamping our volunteer process to best help you engage in opportunities like rallies and events, get out the vote efforts, and climate organizations locally. There's a seat at the table for everyone and the climate movement needs your unique background and experience.

In the meantime, please check out our list of organization members under our "about" tab, or read our new cities report, summarizing bold local actions in place around the state that you can get involved with.

We're excited to welcome your participation as we work for climate, jobs, and justice.

Funding would address critical clean drinking water improvements, build climate-resilient infrastructure across Michigan.

In this special episode, hear from three incredible leaders from the state of Michigan talking about climate and clean energy; Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist, administrators Liesl Clark, Director, Department of the Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, and Katherine Peretick, Commissioner, Michigan Public Service Commission.

This special episode discusses the Michigan Climate & Clean Energy Summit on May 24-27. This year we have decided to combine two successful events - the Michigan Climate Action Summit and Groundwork’s Michigan Clean Energy Conference - into one big digital event.